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Patti Waldmeir

Patti Waldmeir

Financial Times

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The great American alcohol debate

New research and changing social attitudes may usher in a low-booze era in the US

30.12.2024 1

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Patti Waldmeir

The migrants who face becoming political pawns again

Many of those bussed in by the Texas governor have been absorbed by Chicago but could now have their lives upturned again

24.12.2024 1

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Patti Waldmeir

American homes get ready for a Christmas light bonanza

The annual holiday-display-synchronised-to-Jingle-Bells version of retail therapy turns out to be inflation proof

09.12.2024 4

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Patti Waldmeir

Migratory birds fly into a miasma of human making

This year the migration of the Midwest’s rich avian life has been visibly disrupted — but treats for the enthusiast remain

21.10.2024 4

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Patti Waldmeir

Why childcare in the US is a problem for us all

This is not just an issue for parents — employers need to be part of the solution

16.09.2024 4

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Patti Waldmeir

Americans are losing faith in four-year college degrees

Education experts say the decline in enrolment is spurred by a falling birth rate and student debt crisis

02.09.2024 2

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Patti Waldmeir

Pressure to ban mobile phones in America’s schools intensifies

Restrictions on the use of devices have been shown to improve students’ performance

19.08.2024 2

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Patti Waldmeir

Are we fooling ourselves that owning a dog is good for us?

Conventional wisdom may say animals make us healthier and happier but research differs

05.08.2024 5

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Patti Waldmeir